August 2, 2017 Issue
Over the past several weeks passersby have watched with interest as the Old Blanco County Courthouse on Town Square has been getting a much needed roof upgrade.
The effort is made possible by the Old County Courthouse Preservation Society (OBCCPS). Founded in 1986 in order to purchase the historic edifice and to keep it from being relocated, its members have fought hard to keep it a viable and integral part of Blanco’s civic culture.
A couple of years ago, the Society determined that bo ...
On July 25 and 26, an assessment team from various state agencies visited Blanco to hear presentations from Blanco organizations and visit several tourist attractions. As Cole Hubbard, Economic Development and Tourism Research Coordinator for the Office of the Governor, explained, representatives will write a report following the visit to assist Blanco in enhancing its appeal to tourists.
A crew from Blanco Boy Scout troop 497 just returned from Northern Tier. A Scouting High Adventure experience.
Five days of Canoeing in the Boundary Waters wilderness of Northern Minnesota and a little of Canada. The time was spent canoeing, over 50 miles, doing 25 portages, and swimming, fishing and having some fun to go with it. An experience we will all remember.
RIBBON CUTTING: Rosemary’s Heirloom Creations celebrates their opening with a Ribbon Cutting. So, who is Rosemary? It translates to ‘Romero’ in the Spanish dictionary. “Heirloom Creations is about sharing my God given talent and passion for quilting with others.” Jerry and Pat Hendricks have graciously provided me with a place to make this happen.
Chi Omega Fraternity alumnae in Blanco, Burnet, and Llano counties recently formed a new alumnae group, Highland Lakes Chi Omega Alumnae. We will be meeting together on a regular basis for fun and friendship.
The most recent event was held at the home of Jean Anderson in Horseshoe Bay where everyone enjoyed a wonderful dinner and the lovely view of Lake LBJ from her spacious deck.
Other events have included a pizza dinner and wine tasting at Flat Creek Enoteca in Marble Falls and an organ ...
Veteran Services is dedicated to improving the lives of our Veterans and their families from all branches of service, and no matter the discharge status. They serve within a 19 county area in the Texas Hill Country which includes Blanco County, wanting to ensure that all service members, and Veterans, are made aware of the resources available to support and care for them, and their families.
Veteran Services offers assistance with identifying and using community resources, while educating a ...
Blanco and its citizens have been blessed to have many spring fed creeks and the Blanco River. Like our structures and landscaping, these creeks and the river need tender loving care which is well known as “TLC”, from the citizens who live here and the visitors who come for the day or stay the night or longer.
A few years ago Connie Behrends had the foresight and the knowledge to see that with our Town Creek running through our Historic City Park, with the Pecan Bottom and Bindseil Park ...
Hattie Lou Sultemeier was born January 2, 1925. She passed into her heavenly reward peacefully on Sunday evening, July 30, 2017. Hattie was the 8 of 10 children. She grew up in Sandy, Texas.
Hattie married the love of her life, Joe Syd Fuchs, April 7, 1947. They spent their married life in Blanco, Texas, where Joe Syd and his family owned and operated the Blanco Locker Plant.
Bob Wesley Dobie of Blanco passed into the arms of his Lord July 20, 2017 at the age of 87 in Fredericksburg, TX.
Bob was born to Burdette and Emma Hogan Dobie on September 29, 1929 in Wimberley, Texas and was one of eight siblings.
Bob served his country in the US Army during the Korean War as a Sergeant stationed in Japan and fought in Korea.
Light Shine Bright was the 2017 theme for Trinity-Blanco›s daytime vacation bible school. Hosting over 60 students, we traveled deep under the sea where kids learned to reflect God›s light based on Matthew 5:16. Tied to the song by TobyMac (featuring Hollyn), we highlighted all things bioluminescent with reflecting God’s Word through Scripture in our daily lives.
Ocean Science held the children›s attention with some serious bioluminescent science experiments each day. Oce ...
The letter I received from a man in Southwest Africa brightened my day. In spite of the violence in his homeland and serious financial problems, he’s learned the value of starting each day thankful to be alive, choosing to enjoy the beauty of the morning rather than focus on fears about what may come his way before nightfall.
AUSTIN — The 85th Texas Legislature convened at the Capitol on July 18 for its first called session, the main purpose being for lawmakers to extend the life of certain state agencies scheduled for termination, and then to proceed to other matters.
At the urging of Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, the Senate moved quickly to pass legislation continuing the function of the Texas Medical Board and several other health-care related state oversight boards through 2019.
